Happy Hour Chatter

I hit the ground this morning but I wasn't running.  I try to set a good mood for myself, but this morning it wasn't happening. I may still be feeling the effects of my weekend or perhaps it's the mountain of work setting in my in basket that has me in a bit of a snit....either way, I have to put it in perspective and count my blessings I have a job to come too. I have a lot on my plate the next couple of weeks.  I have the long anticipated, anxiety riddled move happening this weekend, correctional workers week activities next week, and artical to write for a publication,cemetery visitations, graduations, and a bridal shower (food) to plan.  Oye! I'm a Virgo, classic, in that I make lists ...Lots of lists...and procrastinate.  But given that I have so much to plan and do, I'm in full on "get er done" mode.  So much so that I'm a bit of a stress mode. So this Manic Monday had me in its grips, but I'm trying hard to conquer it!

While most families were celebrating Mother's Day, I was enjoying a 20 mile bike ride. I have been trying to limit my time on the bike because of all the work I have to do in the houses.  But today was just too beautiful.  I enjoyed every minute...well...most of it.  I thought I had cut in to the Northridge trail past all the step hills.  My mistake.   I managed to catch a few doozies before the trail evened out.  I took the downhills slow....always worried that I'll wipe out and get injured.  I ride alone and am nervous that I'd lay there and nobody would find me.  Anywho...I did walk the bike up the hills.  Darnit.  My legs are strong, but not powerful enough for some of those hills. It was a peaceful ride...just me and my thoughts. I remembered my mother...and cried.  Sometimes a girl just needs her mom...and today I had a moment where I just asked, "please be with me mom." I enjoyed the sun, gentle breeze and alone time...

Today started out with a trip to Valley City to watch Blaine participate in Special Olympics District games.   I made it in time to watch him swim his events - for which he was awarded three blue ribbons for his efforts. He's a very strong swimmer and loves to swim.  What I was impressed with is the way he supports and cheers on the other athletes.  He's right there with a pat on the back and a "high five".   He's an all around great guy and I'm so proud of him. I returned to Jamestown and took my bike out for a 10 mile bike ride.  Not a very long ride but it was exactly what I needed.  I could have gone all day ...but we're still in the moving process. I reluctantly headed out to the farm and loaded up more boxes to go in to the Goodwill store tomorrow during my lunch hour.   It's a good thing to live in abundance....except when moving.  What's left in the house (farm) is either going to be donated or burned.  I was hopi...